Chapter 1852: Chapter 435: Welcoming Banquet – The Princess’s Heart (Part 1)

"This is the invitation that just arrived."

Secretary George placed a gold-embossed invitation on the table and pushed it in front of the man.

An invitation that was otherwise ordinary, yet it exuded an extraordinary sense of prestige.

The man opened it for a glance, raising an eyebrow slightly: "She has a daughter?"

How could that be?

His shock lasted just a moment before he burst into laughter, "This is getting more interesting."

"Make arrangements, I’ll attend the ceremony myself at that time."

"Understood." Secretary George hesitated for a moment, then said: "I think this matter isn’t as simple as it seems. It’s just a Princess, why all this pomp? As far as I know, it’s not only you, sir, who has been invited, but also the King of Lais and numerous political figures from various countries. I believe her intentions aren’t simple."

"That woman is too ambitious." The thought of this made him grit his teeth; his leverage was still in her hands. He had to retrieve the tape before making plans. Otherwise, if they alarmed the snake and the tape got leaked, he’d be finished.

The feeling of being led by the nose was too suffocating.

As Secretary George was about to leave, he suddenly remembered something and turned his head, saying: "Young Master Lorde’s plane is arriving this evening around seven."

As his son was mentioned, a hint of tenderness flashed in Sangque’s eyes.

"Finally returning, set up a position for him in the Ministry of Defense first."

"Young Master Lorde graduated with excellent grades from the Royal Air Force Academy of Country Y. Back when the international peacekeeping forces were deployed, he led by example and brought honor to the country. Though young, he is already decorated with medals and was awarded second-class honors by the United Nations. Young Master Lorde’s excellence is thanks to your diligent teaching, sir. Now that the young master returns after fulfilling his service, with you paving the way for him, coupled with his intelligence and talent, his future is boundless..."

Secretary George’s subtle flattery made Sangque smile even more triumphantly; his pride wasn’t in his own elevated position, but in having a remarkably outstanding son.

"Lorde is twenty-five this year, it’s about time he got married."

George thought to himself, the gentleman wants to arrange a marriage for the young master. For someone of the gentleman’s status, the future daughter-in-law’s standards couldn’t be low. At the very least, she must be the daughter of a Secretary of State. Otherwise, how could she match the young master’s status?

George promptly handed over a pre-prepared list, "This is the information on all the socialites of Country Q. The gentleman can carefully select to find a suitable wife for the young master."

Sangque gave him an appreciative look and took the documents for a browse-through. His idea was simple: the future daughter-in-law must excel in identity, appearance, character, and intelligence, and most importantly, she must be able to help Lorde. There were many eligible socialites, yet they were either domineering or had troubling private lives. None seemed worthy of his precious son.

Sangque tossed the documents onto the table, "Forget it, let’s wait for Lorde to return first."

"Yes, I’ll arrange for someone to meet the young master at the airport." It seemed none of the socialites caught the gentleman’s eye.

International Airport of Country Q.

The crowded place was bustling, people hurried about, the sweet mechanical voice of the announcer echoed through the hall.

An Asian-looking girl, carrying a large suitcase, dashed in frantically, seemingly rushing to catch a flight. Suddenly, she accidentally bumped into someone, quickly apologizing before she could see the person’s face and prepared to leave.

But someone suddenly grabbed her sleeve, the girl froze for a moment, realizing what was happening, and started to struggle: "What are you doing...? I’ve already apologized...."

The person didn’t give her the chance to react, reversing the grip on her neck, she couldn’t breathe suddenly, desperately struggling, finally realizing she seemed to have provoked someone mighty.

Oh heavens, she only accidentally bumped into someone, and now her life is at risk? No, she hasn’t even had a boyfriend yet...

As the gun barrel pressed against her neck, she was utterly terrified...

The commotion quickly attracted the attention of the airport passersby, the crowd started to disarray, alarms sounded, and airport security and patrol special police rushed over swiftly.

Just a simple travel outing, yet encountering a terrorist kidnapping, should she buy a lottery ticket?

Even in such a situation, the girl actually had this thought spring to mind.

A gunshot rang out in the crowd, two hooded, gun-toting black men laughed heartily, while people sporadically fell into pools of blood.